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Study & Research in Germany

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You’d like to study in Germany? A great idea! We look forward to welcoming you! You’re not yet sure which university to apply to? You’re interested in doing a PhD and are looking for an appropriate programme? Are you wondering how to finance your stay, or how foreign students live in Germany and how they’re supervised? We’re happy to help!

Getting to Know Germany

View into the World

Germany is an ideal destination for study and research. It offers world-class higher education, bustling cities, a beautifully diverse landscape, and it welcomes people from all over the world.

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Studying in Germany

Study Stay

Germany has many different kinds of universities, all of which offer excellent quality. But with so many to choose from, it's not always easy to navigate your way through the university landscape. We are here to help.

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PhD and Research in Germany

Completing a PhD and Researching

Germany offers excellent research opportunities for EU/international PhD students and researchers.

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Admission Requirements

Is my certificate sufficient to study in Germany?

Depending on your high school degree from Singapore, various requirements and restrictions apply.

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Eight Steps to Germany

Making Preparations

Germany is one of the most attractive locations for EU and international students worldwide. There are many different kinds of universities, all of which offer excellent quality. We help you to navigate your way through the university landscape in eight short steps.

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Learning German

German Language Skills

Learning German is worthwhile. Find out where and how you can improve your German.

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Alumnni Experiences

What is is really like to live and study in Germany

Was your German enough to understand everything? What was the food like? How was the study experience different from Singapore. Our German Alumni talk about their experiences in Germany.

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The German Higher Education System

Short video about the Higher Education System in Germany

Watch this video to learn more about the different types of universities, study opportunities and the application process.

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Higher Education Compass ("Hochschulkompass")

Info Portal

At the information portal of the German Rectors' Conference (HRK) German universities publish daily information about their study and doctoral programmes as well as their international cooperation.

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Consultation hours

Tuesday: 10.00-12.00

Thursday: 10.00-12.00

Afternoon appointments are also possible. For afternoon appointments please contact: infodaad-singapore.org

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The consultation at the DAAD Information Centre is based on best knowledge and practice and is offered in good faith. The DAAD Information Centre however, accepts no liability for the correctness of information.

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